WTB: Live mud?

Tru2nr · 12-28-2007, 01:00 PM

i need to buy some live mud i guess, im building a fuge so i need some mud for it the place i went to wanted like $45 for a small bag of this, it doesn't seem right so ima gonna try here.

lcstorc · 12-28-2007, 01:08 PM

I don't havem any mud. Just sand in my fuge.

Tru2nr · 12-28-2007, 01:15 PM

yeah i have heard of both my GF's dad really suggests it over the live rock, he's a very experienced reefer having been in the lifestyle for over 20years and his last tank was absolutly amazing(to bad he had to sell it) so i do put my trust into his opinion but also i enjoy other peoples opinions and the reasonings for it.

BigAl07 · 12-28-2007, 01:17 PM

I wonder if it's something like GARF's "Miracle Mud". I plan to possibly run some in my next fuge because I'm going to do a Mangrove set up too.

Keep us posted.

Tru2nr · 12-28-2007, 01:28 PM

ive heard of miracle mud and i've not heard enough good things to out weigh the bad things, the best i've found this stuff for is like refugium mineral mud from liveaquaria.com itsa 24.99 for 1 gallon worth which is much better than the 45 that i found in a bag for like 5lbs worth of gravel size

Wooden Harpoon · 01-08-2008, 02:02 PM

Just thought I would post...

I am starting my fuge and I am seriously considering using the Miracle Mud. I have just come back from a trip to FL and found the most amaing LFS (eCO rEEF aQUARIUM.) All of their systems are running Miracle Mud with Algae/caluerpa inside. Everything is stunning! The owner Larry was very informative and did not hesitate to explain why he uses the mud and how to use it on my system. I believe that I am going to give it a try. It just may be worth the money.

BigAl07 · 01-08-2008, 02:05 PM

I'm interested to hear MORE about that... I can see where it COULD Be a good concept *S*

Tru2nr · 01-08-2008, 03:11 PM

i have a thing of miracle mud and im actually going to return it and go with caribsea's mineral mud...fellow reefers that i know have used both and actually prefer the mineral mud over the miracle mud.

in_a_days · 01-10-2008, 01:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tru2nr

i have a thing of miracle mud and im actually going to return it and go with caribsea's mineral mud...fellow reefers that i know have used both and actually prefer the mineral mud over the miracle mud.

I'm actually in the process of setting of a refugium as well. Can you use a combination of mineral mud & live sand? Is there any preferred method for using both?

Tru2nr · 01-11-2008, 04:26 PM

i have heard of people using both types of substrate...i've heard to use the mud then layer the mud with sand but im not sure don't quote me on it. im planning on just using the mud, n im just waiting on my supply of mineral mud to come in the mail.

BigAl07 · 01-11-2008, 04:28 PM

I'm going to probably buy some "GARF Grunge" And just use it to SEED the sand in my Fuge.

johnmaloney · 01-11-2008, 08:53 PM

I will send you some live mud, via priority flat rate for $11. ($9 for shipping, $2 for driving to the post office). Now what type of consistency are you looking for? I can get mud flats type mud, (like quicksand if you step into it, and makes a suction sound when you pull your foot out) as well as sandier varieties. Let me know if you are still looking by emailing me.

Wooden Harpoon · 01-21-2008, 02:56 PM

Where and how are you getting this mud? I am possibly interested in making a purchase.

Tru2nr · 01-21-2008, 05:52 PM

nothing against johnmaloney but personally i would go with caribsea's mineral mud as it is certain to not contain any polutents and possess the minerals and trace elements that you are looking for on top it contains grains as fine as sugar asnd large ones as well

johnmaloney · 01-25-2008, 02:00 PM

I sent out what I could for live mud seed. It came from one of my established refugiums I was breaking down. CarribSea is a great company, operates a big strip mine near my house and tears up the wetlands to get you that high quality sand straight from nature. But you should never go out and catch your own sand, let them do it for you they have the proper permits.

12-28-2007, 01:00 PM	#1 (permalink)
Tru2nr Elegance coral Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 1,169 View Gallery Karma Komment	WTB: Live mud? i need to buy some live mud i guess, im building a fuge so i need some mud for it the place i went to wanted like $45 for a small bag of this, it doesn't seem right so ima gonna try here.

12-28-2007, 01:08 PM	#2 (permalink)
lcstorc Sunshine Reefer Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Cocoa Fl Posts: 20,008 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: WTB: Live mud? I don't havem any mud. Just sand in my fuge. __________________ Peace LYNN You can't change the past but you can change how you view it. A reef tank is like a racecar. The faster you go the harder you crash. Lynn and Franks saltwater adventure Lynn's 20g clown tank Lynn's 90g of sunshine Every 60 seconds you spend upset is a minute of happiness you'll never get back. In Loving Memory Of Z 01/22/07 - 08/19/08

12-28-2007, 01:15 PM	#3 (permalink)
Tru2nr Elegance coral Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 1,169 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: WTB: Live mud? yeah i have heard of both my GF's dad really suggests it over the live rock, he's a very experienced reefer having been in the lifestyle for over 20years and his last tank was absolutly amazing(to bad he had to sell it) so i do put my trust into his opinion but also i enjoy other peoples opinions and the reasonings for it.

12-28-2007, 01:17 PM	#4 (permalink)
BigAl07 Reef Addict (hopeless) Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Waynesville, North Carolina Posts: 11,496 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: WTB: Live mud? I wonder if it's something like GARF's "Miracle Mud". I plan to possibly run some in my next fuge because I'm going to do a Mangrove set up too. Keep us posted. __________________ ><((((º>`·.¸¸.·´¯`·.¸.·´¯`·...¸><((((º> ·´¯`·.¸. , . .·´¯`·.. >((((º> Allen Allen's testimonial . . ."Let Me help you help YOURSELF" (Click Here) with a SW set up there is one basic fundamental rule that we ALL should follow *When in doubt... wait it out. This means take it slow and let the tank "develop" and don't rush it. Time is your friend Ask me about how to increase your REEF budget without going without FOOD!!* Big Al's 10g Julie's (BigAl's Gal) 6g NanoCube BigAl's Slow 90g Tank Chronicle Allens OFFICE 12g Nano-Reef Reef Balls & Cakes Debt Free & Change your Family Tree!!

12-28-2007, 01:28 PM	#5 (permalink)
Tru2nr Elegance coral Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 1,169 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: WTB: Live mud? ive heard of miracle mud and i've not heard enough good things to out weigh the bad things, the best i've found this stuff for is like refugium mineral mud from liveaquaria.com itsa 24.99 for 1 gallon worth which is much better than the 45 that i found in a bag for like 5lbs worth of gravel size

01-08-2008, 02:02 PM	#6 (permalink)
Wooden Harpoon Star Polyps Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Maryland Posts: 171 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: WTB: Live mud? Just thought I would post... I am starting my fuge and I am seriously considering using the Miracle Mud. I have just come back from a trip to FL and found the most amaing LFS (eCO rEEF aQUARIUM.) All of their systems are running Miracle Mud with Algae/caluerpa inside. Everything is stunning! The owner Larry was very informative and did not hesitate to explain why he uses the mud and how to use it on my system. I believe that I am going to give it a try. It just may be worth the money. __________________ The more I see the less I know! Back and more humbled about the world of reef keeping.

01-08-2008, 02:05 PM	#7 (permalink)
BigAl07 Reef Addict (hopeless) Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Waynesville, North Carolina Posts: 11,496 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: WTB: Live mud? I'm interested to hear MORE about that... I can see where it COULD Be a good concept S __________________ ><((((º>`·.¸¸.·´¯`·.¸.·´¯`·...¸><((((º> ·´¯`·.¸. , . .·´¯`·.. >((((º> Allen Allen's testimonial . . ."Let Me help you help YOURSELF" (Click Here) with a SW set up there is one basic fundamental rule that we ALL should follow *When in doubt... wait it out. This means take it slow and let the tank "develop" and don't rush it. Time is your friend Ask me about how to increase your REEF budget without going without FOOD!!* Big Al's 10g Julie's (BigAl's Gal) 6g NanoCube BigAl's Slow 90g Tank Chronicle Allens OFFICE 12g Nano-Reef Reef Balls & Cakes Debt Free & Change your Family Tree!!

01-08-2008, 03:11 PM	#8 (permalink)
Tru2nr Elegance coral Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 1,169 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: WTB: Live mud? i have a thing of miracle mud and im actually going to return it and go with caribsea's mineral mud...fellow reefers that i know have used both and actually prefer the mineral mud over the miracle mud.

01-11-2008, 04:26 PM	#10 (permalink)
Tru2nr Elegance coral Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 1,169 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: WTB: Live mud? i have heard of people using both types of substrate...i've heard to use the mud then layer the mud with sand but im not sure don't quote me on it. im planning on just using the mud, n im just waiting on my supply of mineral mud to come in the mail.

01-11-2008, 04:28 PM	#11 (permalink)
BigAl07 Reef Addict (hopeless) Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Waynesville, North Carolina Posts: 11,496 View Gallery Karma Komment Add yours!	Re: WTB: Live mud? I'm going to probably buy some "GARF Grunge" And just use it to SEED the sand in my Fuge. __________________ ><((((º>`·.¸¸.·´¯`·.¸.·´¯`·...¸><((((º> ·´¯`·.¸. , . .·´¯`·.. >((((º> Allen Allen's testimonial . . ."Let Me help you help YOURSELF" (Click Here) with a SW set up there is one basic fundamental rule that we ALL should follow *When in doubt... wait it out. This means take it slow and let the tank "develop" and don't rush it. Time is your friend Ask me about how to increase your REEF budget without going without FOOD!!* Big Al's 10g Julie's (BigAl's Gal) 6g NanoCube BigAl's Slow 90g Tank Chronicle Allens OFFICE 12g Nano-Reef Reef Balls & Cakes Debt Free & Change your Family Tree!!

01-11-2008, 08:53 PM	#12 (permalink)
johnmaloney Star Polyps Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 164 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: WTB: Live mud? I will send you some live mud, via priority flat rate for $11. ($9 for shipping, $2 for driving to the post office). Now what type of consistency are you looking for? I can get mud flats type mud, (like quicksand if you step into it, and makes a suction sound when you pull your foot out) as well as sandier varieties. Let me know if you are still looking by emailing me. Last edited by johnmaloney : 01-11-2008 at 08:54 PM. Reason: removed email address b/c of spammers- pm instead

01-21-2008, 02:56 PM	#13 (permalink)
Wooden Harpoon Star Polyps Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Maryland Posts: 171 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: WTB: Live mud? Where and how are you getting this mud? I am possibly interested in making a purchase. __________________ The more I see the less I know! Back and more humbled about the world of reef keeping.

01-21-2008, 05:52 PM	#14 (permalink)
Tru2nr Elegance coral Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 1,169 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: WTB: Live mud? nothing against johnmaloney but personally i would go with caribsea's mineral mud as it is certain to not contain any polutents and possess the minerals and trace elements that you are looking for on top it contains grains as fine as sugar asnd large ones as well

01-25-2008, 02:00 PM	#15 (permalink)
johnmaloney Star Polyps Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 164 View Gallery Karma Komment	Re: WTB: Live mud? I sent out what I could for live mud seed. It came from one of my established refugiums I was breaking down. CarribSea is a great company, operates a big strip mine near my house and tears up the wetlands to get you that high quality sand straight from nature. But you should never go out and catch your own sand, let them do it for you they have the proper permits.

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